Acne.org Products
Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
54%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Benzoyl peroxide clears the skin completely when applied correctly.
Topical Antibacterial
Acne.org’s Real World Take
It’s been a staple of acne treatment for decades for a reason. When used properly it can completely clear the skin. It is widely available and affordable. Comes with side effects for the first few weeks and can bleach fabric.
Topical Antibacterial
How to Get It
This is an over-the-counter treatment. Here are some places you can find it online.
Used Benzoyl Peroxide? Rate It:
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August 3, 2009
Product used: Carley's (Clear and Smooth Skin Treatment)
Cons:
It literally seemed to clog every pore on my face. If I looked closely, every pore on my chin, nose, and forehead was black. It made me break out terrible, and just overall the quality and feel of my skin was not good.
Didn't work for me. I was super psyched to try it, but my skin did not like it at all. After I switched back to Clinique's acne line my skin went back to being soft and smooth. Oh well! If you have the cash to spare, go with Clinique.
August 3, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Great product, cheap (compared to others).... thanks Dan!
Cons:
None.
I've been following the acne.org regimen for two weeks, previously using the Neutrogena On-The-Spot cream. A few days ago I purchased Dan's product to test it out; a great decision, I must say. Neutrogena gets hard to rub around on your after some time, and gives your face a tinge of white whereas Dan's product rubs on clear and is easy to move around on your face. There is no undesirable fragrance, unlike Neutrogena, which I very much enjoy. Plus, I'm not exactly sure why, but I find I don't even need to moisturize after I apply this product. By the way, I'm having great success with the regimen, and I have tried many many different antibiotics, creams, gels, foams, etc etc. I also have moderate-to-severe acne. I highly recommend it!
August 2, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
I noticed a difference after one day! It is totally affordable. No terrible smell. Easy to use.
Cons:
It does dry out my skin and make it itchy, flaky in areas. I apply an additional moisturizer to help.
It is a quality affordable product. Yes it did seem as though after the first week I had more pimples. But that is how quality acne products work. That dirt and oil is ALREADY in your skin and it HAS to come out. It is doing its job by removing that and preventing it from happening again. It works if you stick with it. My skin is so much softer and smoother I will continue to use this product.
July 31, 2009
Product used: PanOxyl (Benzoyl Peroxide (10%) Bar)
Pros:
Helps with excessive oily skin
Cons:
I seem to be a little red/blotchy on my face
I have tried so many things for excess oily face, I dont have acne but very, very oily skin and this has helped, the first time I used it though, it stung my face a little and the next morning I had like drying, peeling skin...after that I used it only where needed and its ok now but I feel like now I see red blotches on my face, I dont know if its just me or if Im breaking out....but no more oil on my face!
July 31, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It cleared up my skin after my first day and I really like the product!
Cons:
Really expensive and i found that it smells bad and you can't use it on your nostrils so I had a really bad pimple there and I put it on there anyway and it smelt bad and everything!
I would use the product buy it once and if you like it and it works for you then stick with it but if not then try other stuff... if you have very light acne I would use mary kay it works will will very light acne and its not expensive, but it makes it worst then clears it ALL up so you don't get break outs!
July 30, 2009
Product used: Acne.org (Treatment (Benzoyl Peroxide - 2.5%))
Pros:
Severely reduces acne, is very affordable, and is easy to order online
Cons:
Does not stop all acne, does little on already existing pimples, is excessively drying, is very time consuming (the regimen takes about half an hour twice daily), and bleaches everything-I have spent lots of money replacing things this product ruined
This product does make a difference on your acne - but the numerous drawbacks may not be worth the limited results. It took about two months for my skin to be able to tolerate the two pumps of product reccommended in the regimen. Even after a year and a half of usage, I still need go through 16 oz of moisturizer a month to control the dryness and flaking. Warning: If you are going to try this product, be soo careful with this stuff. Pin all your hair back before every application, or the front of your hair will start to turn blonde. After application, throroughly wash your hands and dry completely with a white towel, and remember not to pull any clothes over your head. Switch to white sheets and pillowcases, or they will become bleached. Verdict: This is a good product, but I personally, do not find it worth the hassle.
July 28, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
Works wonders, leaves a clean feeling
Cons:
None. I didn't have any dryness or peeling.
I had really sevre acne on my cheeks and chin and tried proactive and many other washes. This one worked great and I could tell it was working in under a week. Best money I ever spent.
July 26, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
worked. for a little while, at least
Cons:
Well, smells horrible, burns, makes acne worse.
A few weeks ago, there was an article in the newspaper about acne treatments, and Proactive was mentioned. It listed the ingredients, all of which were bad for you. The article came out just about a month or a month and a half after I had bought Proactive. The paper even stated that Proactive was bad for your skin, and health.
I think that part of getting clear and clean skin is just getting rid of the chemicals that are on it, and it seems Proactive only adds those.
July 26, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None :(
Cons:
Burned My Face, Made my skin become very dry and flakey, was embarassing to go out in public.
Don't try this product!!!!! Other cheaper products from the local chemist work better than this crap! Its not worth the money, smells horrible, and it doesn't even help your acne..if anything it makes it even worse, it makes your acne very red and sore! It only contains 2.5% benzoyle peroxide (the main ingredient) i am now using a $10 face cleanser which contains 5% benzoyle peroxide, and it works!!!! much better then proactiv soloution.
July 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
None.
Cons:
Literally burned skin off my face. I had to start 7th grade with huge scabs on my nose and face. Ive had acne since 6th grade and the people who sold it to me never told me that it shouldnt be used by people my age.
Dont use it if your young or have sensitive skin.
Pros:
The guy is so incredibly nice, and he sent a bunch of free samples with my order. They offer a 100% money back guarantee, but I didn't even ask for my money back because he was so nice.